by Lori Bowden | Jun 4, 2025 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
The accounting method your business uses to report income for tax purposes, either cash or accrual, can significantly impact your tax bill. While the cash method can offer tax-saving opportunities, the accrual method may in some cases be more appropriate or even...
by Lori Bowden | Jun 3, 2025 | Business, Newsletter
Ever since you became a business owner, you’ve focused on growing revenue, managing expenses and leveraging tax advantages. But don’t overlook a critical element of your long-term financial well-being, that is, a business exit strategy. Ideally, your exit strategy...
by Lori Bowden | Jun 2, 2025 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax
If you’re thinking about helping a child or grandchild pay for school, you’re not alone, and you’re not without help. While families have always saved for education, Section 529 plans have made it easier and more tax-efficient. Tax Advantages With a 529 plan, your...
by Lori Bowden | Jun 1, 2025 | Individuals, Newsletter, Tax
It may not be as fun to plan as the wedding venue, invitations and attire, but marriage can result in changes affecting essential tax issues that need prompt attention following the wedding: Name. If your name has changed, report it to the Social Security...
by Lori Bowden | May 4, 2025 | Business, Newsletter, Tax
The consequences of misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor can be costly. You could be liable for back taxes (including the employee’s shares of unpaid payroll and income taxes), penalties and interest. There may be serious nontax consequences as...